Meet The Team
Fiona Gaffy
Director & Principal Physiotherapist
Fiona is a Physiotherapist with over 18 years experience in treating neurological disorders and is the director of The Neuro Collective.
Completing her degree at The University of Melbourne in 2007, Fiona has worked in major Melbourne Hospitals (including time with the Victorian Spinal Cord Service) and in regional Victoria in Neurological Rehabilitation.
Fiona is passionate about working with her clients to set up sustainable programs to maximise functional capacity and well-being. Fiona also enjoys providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment for her team and fostering connections with other services providers in South West Victoria.
Tracey Dowling
Practice Manager
Tracey is the Practice Manager at The Neuro Collective and brings excellent communication and organisational skills to the team.
Tracey manages the day-to-day running of the practice and intake of new client referrals.
Having extensive experience in the disability sector has given Tracey a wealth of knowledge and experience which benefits our team and clients on a daily basis.
When Tracey is not at work, she enjoys walking her dog and spending time with her family.
Taylah Mackley
Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Taylah is an Exercise Physiologist at The Neuro Collective and a registered member of Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
Taylah enjoys helping her clients to tailor their exercise program to meet their individual needs. She has completed further studies in Exercise for Parkinson's Disease.
Taylah is a Warrnambool local. When she is able to find some spare time, Taylah likes to play netball, walk along the beach or cook.
Taylah is currently on Maternity Leave.
Gino Santos
Physiotherapist
Gino qualified as a Physiotherapist in 2013 and has worked in Warrnambool for the past 7 years. Gino joined Team TNC in 2024.
Gino enjoys helping our clients improve their function and mobility.
He has completed further study in Rehabilitation, Upper Limb Rehabilitation, Parkinson's Disease, Vestibular Rehabilitation & Concussion.
Gino enjoys running, badminton and yoga to keep fit. He also loves dogs and barracks for Geelong in the AFL!
Issandra (Issy) Fortu
Physiotherapist
Issy is a Physiotherapist at The Neuro Collective and completed her Physiotherapy degree in 2009.
Issy enjoys working with clients of all ages and has previous paediatric experience.
Issy has completed further study in Vestibular Rehabilitation, Aquatic Physiotherapy and Parkinson's Disease.
Outside of work, Issy enjoys arts & crafts and cooking.
Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Josie Barker
Josie has completed a Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science and also her Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology.
Josie enjoys working with clients of all abilities to tailor exercise programs to meet their needs.
Outside of work, Josie enjoys all things outdoors, particularly netball.
Sophie Walker
Accredited Exercise Scientist
Sophie has completed her Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science and is registered with ESSA as an Accredited Exercise Scientist.
Sophie enjoys helping our clients feel better on a day to day basis and helping to keep them active.
In her spare time, Sophie enjoys playing cricket and tennis, and spending time with her two Jack Russells.
Diana Montes-Cooper
Personal Trainer
Diana is a Personal Trainer at The Neuro Collective and has completed her Certificate IV in Fitness. Diana has also completed her Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance.
Diana enjoys helping her clients to move in any way they can to maintain their strength and fitness.
Diana has many hobbies including Street Latin dancing, painting and camping.
Therapy Assistant
Olivia Picone
Olivia is a Therapy Assistant at The Neuro Collective and holds her Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance. She is also a qualified swimming instructor!
Olivia enjoys getting to know our clients and working with them to complete their therapy programs at TNC. She has experience working with children of all ages.
Outside of work, Olivia enjoys cooking and catching up with her friends.
Amy Walker
Therapy Assistant
Amy is one of our Therapy Assistants at The Neuro Collective and enjoys working with our clients to engage them in meaningful exercise programs to improve their health and wellbeing.
Amy has extensive experience in the disability sector and has excellent communication skills with clients of all abilities.
When Amy is not at work, you might find her enjoying time with her young family or going to the gym to keep fit.
Harry Ryan
Therapy Assistant
Harry is a Therapy Assistant at The Neuro Collective and assists our TNC clients to complete their exercise programs that have been prescribed by our Physiotherapists or Exercise Physiologists.
Harry is currently studying his Certificate III & IV in Fitness.
When Harry is not at work, you may find him playing sport on the weekends or spending time with his family including his German Shorthaired Pointer.
Josie Barker
Callum Porter
Therapy Assistant
Callum is a Therapy Assistant at The Neuro Collective and assists our TNC clients to complete their exercise programs that have been prescribed by our Physiotherapists or Exercise Physiologists.
Callum enjoys meeting new clients and helping support them in their health and fitness journeys at TNC. Callum is currently studying his Certificate III & IV in Fitness.
When Callum is not at work, he enjoys spending time with his young family and cavoodle named Monte.
Ashleigh Chirnside
Administration Assistant
Ashleigh works as an Administration Assistant at The Neuro Collective and keeps all our systems running efficiently! Ashleigh is one of the friendly voices you will hear answer the phone when you call us.
Ashleigh is an animal lover and when she is not at work, you might find her playing computer games or listening to some K-Pop music.
Nicole Kelly
Administration Assistant
Nicole is an Administration Assistant at The Neuro Collective and enjoys supporting our clients to manage their appointments at TNC.
When Nicole is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her daughter and supporting Collingwood in the AFL!